Recovery damage costs are estimated to be approximately Two Billion Rand following the persistent heavy rainfall that has left a trail of destruction. This was stated by premier, Mandla Ndlovu during his inspection of the flood-stricken areas, together with the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa…
MBOMBELA – Mpumalanga is facing a disastrous situation as continuous heavy rains have caused widespread destruction, resulting in multiple fatalities, damage to infrastructure, and extensive devastation across the province. The province is severely disrupted, with several schools, bridges, and roads impacted by the floods. The D2296 road between Karino and…
Police are investigating an inquest after a two-year-old boy, Sibusiso Mnisi, drowned in Msholozi C, near Whiteriver on Tuesday, January 13. According to the child’s mother, Thapiseng Mnisi, the family resides near a stream. She said that the toddler was asleep inside the house when she left going across the…
SECUNDA – The Class of 2025 has delivered an impressive 86.5% pass rate in the National Senior Certificate Examinations, marking a 1.5% improvement from 2024. MEC for Education, Lindi Masina announced the results on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Lillian Ngoyi Centre in Secunda, highlighting the collective efforts of learners,…
In light of the fact that more than 9 000 cases of teenage pregnancy were realised in the province during the past year, has given enough reason to seek legal means to bring perpetrators to account for these outrageous statistics which have not only brought about shame on the province,…
MBOMBELA- “The high incidence of road accidents on our roads have been as a result of human error and the excitement of being monied.” That was the assertion of both Premier Mandla Ndlovu and the MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie at the conclusion of a close…
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed the death of its member following the SANDF military police vehicle that was swept away by a heavy river current yesterday. READ | Military base fatal stabbing incident investigation underway “We regret to confirm a tragic incident that occurred yesterday at…
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has given an update on the operational situation at the Lebombo Port of Entry following heightened movements during the Christmas period. Dr Masiapato confirmed that on 25 December 2025 on Christmas Day, the BMA successfully processed over 18 450…
EMALAHLENI – More than 30 bundle of joys were born today in various hospitals across the province. The number of babies born so far is 33 of which 18 are boys and 15 girls. The first baby was delivered in Tonga Hospital at 00:02am. This is includes Thoko Mdluli’s baby…
Mpumalanga traffic law enforcers have written nearly 18 000 written notices to motorists between 1 and 21 December,2025. Prevalent offences include dangerous overtaking, excessive speeding, failure to wear safety belts, worn-out tyres, faulty lights and others. Approximately 114 000 vehicles were stopped and checked in various operations across the province.…